Bilbao to Stockholm: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1421.1 miles 2287 km · straight line
1821.9 miles actual route 2932.1 km · driving distance
30h 33min estimated drive time
€286 - €352 estimated fuel cost
~3h 22min flight time
31° NNE bearing direction

How far is Bilbao from Stockholm?

The distance from Bilbao to Stockholm is 1421.1 miles (2287 km) as the crow flies. Stockholm is located NNE of Bilbao. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1821.9 miles, taking about 30h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 22min. Bilbao is in Spain, while Stockholm is in Sweden.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bilbao and Stockholm. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bilbao to Stockholm

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 30h 33min €286 - €352 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 22min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~36h 40min $146–$273* Budget
Train ~39h 43min $219–$638* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bilbao & Stockholm

Quick Facts

Bilbao
43.26°N, 2.94°W
Europe/Madrid
19m elevation
Stockholm
59.33°N, 18.07°E
Europe/Stockholm
28m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 474 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 118 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 17.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM